Martyn, the heat from the area you are talking about is normal.. You do not need to do anything about it as it is caused by the anti-condensation heater which is located between the fridge and the freezer

The front panel has never previously been "very hot" (as stated in my original question) during the appliance's life of several years - it is now so hot that I cannot hold my hand on it without fear of burning, and it worries me that it may be a potential fire risk.

Do you have a better explanation, or shall I contact the manufacturer (LG) ?

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